The progress in the research of late Cenozoic structure and Quaternary geology of Qinghai Xizang plateau in recent years by Chinese and foreign scientists are summarized, such as the geological structure,the evolution of the plateau,the neotectonic deformation features and mechanism, as well as effect of the plateau uplifting on the environment and climate.Thinking about some problems in the research of active structure,three research areas in the future are suggested and emphasized:(1) More accurate study on the structural style,range and rate of the plateau deformation in late Cenozoic; (2) Using Quaternary geological new theory and results to the study of active structure; (3) Combining deep and shallow structure research together.